How to Choose a Form Backend API
A decision framework for evaluating form backend APIs. 7 criteria to check before committing, from validation and auth to file uploads and hosting independence.
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What Is a Headless Form Backend?
A headless form backend handles submissions, validation, storage, and notifications via API. You build the form UI, the backend handles the rest.
How to Send an HTML Form to Email Without a Server
7 ways to send HTML form data to email in 2026, from mailto to form backend APIs. Code examples, pros, cons, and the easiest option.
Add File Uploads to Your Contact Form Without a Server
Add file uploads to any contact form without a server. Plain HTML, drag-and-drop, React, Vue, and Astro examples included. Try Forminit free.
Inbox Filtering & Performance Improvements
Filter submissions by status, starred, and date. Mark as unread in bulk. Faster inbox loading across all plans.
Safari Redirect Fix & SMTP Improvements
Fixed form redirect failures on Safari after submission. SMTP username field now accepts both email addresses and usernames.
CDN CORS Fix & Dashboard Mobile Improvements
Fixed Safari CORS error when loading the Forminit SDK from CDN. Improved responsive layout for mobile and tablet devices.
Getform.io Is Now Forminit: Same Team, New Name
Getform.io became Forminit on 14 January 2026. This was a rebrand, not an acquisition. Same independent team since 2015; existing endpoints still work.
Something New is Coming!
A first look ahead. Major updates are in development at Forminit, with the full reveal coming in an upcoming announcement.
Improvements and Bugfixes - April 2025
See what's new in Forminit's April 2025 update. Improved email notifications, faster CSV exports, and autoresponder attachments.
Toggle Forms On/Off & Spam Protection Update
Enable or disable forms with a toggle. Enhanced bot detection, improved email notification delivery, and SMTP fixes.
Self Email Notification Improvements
Email notifications now support drag-and-drop templates, WYSIWYG editor, custom HTML code view, and Reply-to, CC, BCC headers.
Autoresponder Attachment Support
Autoresponder emails now support up to 5 file attachments (25 MB total), WYSIWYG editor, and Reply-to, CC, BCC headers.
Zapier Integration Update
Forminit Zapier integration now uses OAuth2 authentication. Connect forms to 9,000+ apps with automatic token refresh.
Happy 8th Anniversary to Forminit!
Forminit (formerly Getform) celebrates 8 years. Self-funded since 2015, processing millions of form submissions for developers worldwide.